This reminds me of the 16 questions about which the Buddha maintained a noble silence - not because they were unanswerable necessarily, but because they were irrelevant to the Work.
What excited me to take up poetry as an adult was the hope to write closer to the borders of perception. It might not be the realm of silence but it might be closer to that. At the edge of language, new meanings and new perceptions may wait. Admittedly, this is likely why my poems don’t have a wider audience. But it’s where I feel the inspirations I can’t quite pronounce. And that feels exciting the way life feels best. As John Cage said, “I have nothing to say and I am saying it and this is poetry."
You and Karan are creating a niche in poetry that will, I believe, change the field of play, opening and widening the arena to create more opportunity for more voices. and for that we all owe you a vote of gratitude. Honestly.
On the mark again, Shannan, and so timely for me (and what else is important? 😂) embedded as I am in a beyond biodynamic craniosacral class where we are exploring the deepest levels of consciousness for four days. What a paradox our attraction to silence is because it is the gateway to our deepest fear—exposing our own true nature. There is plenty of silence within, but it is a minefield. Am I right? I don’t know.
It’s my work, since retirement from being a periodontist. If you are interested, check out the book Stillness by Charles Ridley, Shannon. It connects into a lot of ancient systems of belief including Hinduism, Buddhism and the Tao, as well as modern osteopathy.
This reminds me of the 16 questions about which the Buddha maintained a noble silence - not because they were unanswerable necessarily, but because they were irrelevant to the Work.
Thank you Jean-Paul! I love the teachings of the Buddha, they are very close to my heart
What excited me to take up poetry as an adult was the hope to write closer to the borders of perception. It might not be the realm of silence but it might be closer to that. At the edge of language, new meanings and new perceptions may wait. Admittedly, this is likely why my poems don’t have a wider audience. But it’s where I feel the inspirations I can’t quite pronounce. And that feels exciting the way life feels best. As John Cage said, “I have nothing to say and I am saying it and this is poetry."
wow "write closer to the borders of perception"... you're so well spoken (written!!?) 💙💙💙
LOVE that John Cage quote, I didn't know it before I think, thank you very much for sharing
Oh, how refreshing it is to hear someone say all these things. Thank you.
Thank you Jazmine!
Beautifully written <3
Thank you Katy!
Oh, I meant to add something that I am confident is right. That photo is a keeper.
Aww Thank you so much David! Karan, my husband, took that one on Howrah Bridge in Kolkata
You and Karan are creating a niche in poetry that will, I believe, change the field of play, opening and widening the arena to create more opportunity for more voices. and for that we all owe you a vote of gratitude. Honestly.
On the mark again, Shannan, and so timely for me (and what else is important? 😂) embedded as I am in a beyond biodynamic craniosacral class where we are exploring the deepest levels of consciousness for four days. What a paradox our attraction to silence is because it is the gateway to our deepest fear—exposing our own true nature. There is plenty of silence within, but it is a minefield. Am I right? I don’t know.
this class sounds amazing...how often do you take it? I'm so curious how you even sought that out!!
It’s my work, since retirement from being a periodontist. If you are interested, check out the book Stillness by Charles Ridley, Shannon. It connects into a lot of ancient systems of belief including Hinduism, Buddhism and the Tao, as well as modern osteopathy.
what a treat this was - the writing, the insights, the picture - everything!
Thank you so much my friend
Cohen was an amazing human being
He truly truly was
Thanks for affirming me that not being able to spontaneously come up with comebacks isn't a flaw I need to correct 😅